Akron, Ohio vs. West Lafayette, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Lafayette, Indiana is 31.2% more expensive than Akron, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $65,602 in West Lafayette, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Akron, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Lafayette, Indiana is more expensive than Akron, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
188% more expensive in West Lafayette
than in Akron, Ohio
Akron, OH vs. West Lafayette, IN
Compared to Akron, West Lafayette is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.2% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  3.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  227.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.7% higher
  Commute
  12.2% lower
  Health
  5.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.1% higher